Beginner Triathlete - Diet & Nutrition articles

Probiotics for athletes: researched resources

Body composition for triathletes: goals can also be demons.

Taking Your Diet to the Next Level

Did you know marathoners and bodybuilders need about the same amount of protein?

Why Am I So Tired?

A healthy weight for runners

Sports nutrition researchers weigh in on carbs, digestion, hydration and more

Defining "good fats" in an athlete's diet

Preaching tolerance for gluten, veganism, and cheat days

Fuel sensibly and avoid undermining your fitness for weight loss

Energy Bars, Gels & Electrolyte Replacers: Are they essential sports foods?

Hot topics in food and nutrition: Updates from the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics

When hunger strikes, a piece of fruit is unlikely to be your snack of first choice because it is not very hearty. That is, calorie-dense apple pie with ice cream can easily be far more appealing.

Have you been hearing stories that fats are better than carbs as fuel for endurance athletes? Maybe you have wondered if scientific research supports those stories?

Performance starts with good nutrition. If you make the effort to travel to sports events, you might as well make the effort to eat well. No amount of training will outperform a bad sports diet.